Magic Johnson watches 2012 season opener with Frank McCourt

Magic Johnson and Dodgers owner Frank McCourt watch the team play in its 2012 season opener against the San Diego Padres on April 5. McCourt is expected to walk away with more than $1 billion after purchasing the team for $430 million in 2004.

Magic Johnson and Dodgers owner Frank McCourt watch the team play in its 2012 season opener against the San Diego Padres on April 5. McCourt is expected to walk away with more than $1 billion after purchasing the team for $430 million in 2004. (Luis Sinco / Los Angeles Times)

Magic Johnson and Dodgers owner Frank McCourt watch the team play in its 2012 season opener against the San Diego Padres on April 5. McCourt is expected to walk away with more than $1 billion after purchasing the team for $430 million in 2004.Luis Sinco / Los Angeles Times